Police Trustee Guard

The City of Thibodaux is accepting online applications for the position of Police Trustee Guard. All application must be submitted online at the City of Thibodaux's website by Wednesday, September 9, 2026 no later than 12:00 (Noon).

The purpose of this position:  primary responsibilities are to supervise the work being performed by trustees. This is accomplished by ensuring trustees do not make physical contact with the public while trustees are performing word duties such as painting curbs, setting up and taking down barricades; washing police vehicles; cleaning litter off the sides of city streets. Police Trustee Guards will also assist the shift as needed with any law enforcement duties to include, traffic control, working details and special events such as fairs, festivals and parades.

Education: Work requires knowledge necessary to understand basic operational, technical and office processes. Level of knowledge equivalent to four years of high school or equivalency.

Requirements: Must be 21 years of age, pass Civil Service Examination, must possess a valid Louisiana Driver's License, must pass criminal background check; pass psychological test and within one year of employment must complete and maintain Standards and Training (P.O.S.T.) at Level 1 - Basic Law Enforcement Peace Officer or a minimum of Level 3- Correctional Office.

For a complete list of all duties, responsibilities, and requirements please view the job description by click here: 

Police Trustee Guard Job Description

The written test for Police Trustee Guard is scheduled for Tuesday, September 15, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. at the Recreation Building at Peltier Park. Peltier Park is located at 151 Peltier Park Drive, Thibodaux, LA.